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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3323: Relates to internet dating service verification standards

Requires internet dating services to utilize license verification for New York members and implement reasonable security features that prohibits usage of the online dating service absent identity verification.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates identity verification and security features for dating services, directly enhancing data privacy and cybersecurity protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7824: Establishes certain offenses relating to crypto fraud

Bill S 7824 establishes new criminal offenses related to cryptocurrency fraud, impacting individuals and entities involved in virtual token transactions. It defines and prohibits three specific types of fraud: "virtual token fraud" for deceptive practices in crypto dealings, "illegal rug pulls" where developers make misrepresentations and abandon projects causing losses, and "private key fraud" for unauthorized access or misuse of a person's digital asset keys. Violators could face significant civil fines up to $25 million or imprisonment for up to 20 years, or both. The bill aims to provide legal protections against fraudulent activities within the digital asset space.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal offenses (crypto fraud) and penalties, expanding criminalization. This aligns with 'oppose' indicator of 'expands criminalization'.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill criminalizes crypto fraud types (rug pulls, key misuse), enhancing consumer protection in digital asset transactions, aligning with cybersecurity and fraud prevention indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 1, 2026

S 3519: Redefines the term "following" for a crime of stalking in the fourth degree

Redefines the term "following" for a crime of stalking in the fourth degree to include the use of certain devices or computers to gain access to, record, track or report the movement or location of a person or their property without the person's permission or authority to do so.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRedefines stalking to include digital tracking without consent, strengthening victim protections and addressing modern harassment methods in criminal justice.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill criminalizes unauthorized digital tracking of individuals via devices, strengthening data privacy protections by expanding stalking laws to cover location monitoring without consent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1275: Relates to the crimes of commercial bribery and larceny

Removes the $250 economic harm requirement from the felony commercial bribery statutes; expands the crime of larceny to include theft of personal identifying information, computer data, computer programs, and services, to adapt to modern technological realities; provides state jurisdiction and county venue over cases involving larceny of personal identifying information, computer data, and computer programs, where the victim is located in the state or the county.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by removing $250 threshold and including new data theft under larceny, aligning with 'expands criminalization' indicator for 'oppose' stance.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExpands larceny to include theft of personal data and computer information, strengthening data privacy protections against digital theft per bill's adaptation to modern tech realities.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2614: Relates to interactive gaming

S 2614 authorizes online casino and lottery gaming (interactive gaming) in New York for residents aged 21 or older who are physically present in the state when placing bets. The bill requires all interactive gaming technology - including servers - to be physically housed at licensed gaming facilities (like casinos), not at players' locations, and establishes new licensing rules for operators. It defines key terms like "interactive gaming wager" and sets up a regulatory framework for taxation, responsible gaming practices, and revenue calculations. The law explicitly states that online wagers are considered made at the licensed facility, aligning with constitutional limits on casino gambling locations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes regulatory framework for taxation on interactive gaming, creating new state revenue stream through licensing fees and tax collection.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires gaming servers to be housed at licensed facilities, centralizing infrastructure for enhanced cybersecurity and regulatory control.85% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 8197: Requires signage warning about EBT/SNAP skimming and mandates chip-enabled point-of-sale systems for SNAP transactions

Bill A 8197 aims to protect Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients from benefit theft due to skimming devices. It directly affects SNAP recipients by enhancing security and all retail food stores that accept SNAP benefits. The bill mandates that these stores display warning signs about EBT/SNAP skimming fraud at public entrances. Additionally, it requires all businesses accepting SNAP benefits to install and use chip-enabled point-of-sale terminals for EBT transactions. Non-compliant businesses may face civil penalties, though provisions for financial assistance to small businesses for equipment upgrades are included.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates chip-enabled point-of-sale systems to prevent EBT/SNAP skimming, directly enhancing transaction cybersecurity and protecting user data from fraud.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 1819: Provides that the results of urine tests conducted pursuant to a judicial diversion program shall be private and confidential

This bill (S 1819) ensures that urine test results from judicial diversion programs - where defendants avoid jail by completing treatment instead of facing criminal charges - are kept private and confidential. It directly affects individuals participating in these programs who undergo required drug testing as part of their court-ordered treatment. The law prohibits sharing test results with courts, prosecutors, or other parties without the defendant’s consent, and bans using positive results as evidence in future criminal cases. Treatment programs may still access results to support care, but the defendant’s privacy is protected from legal proceedings. The bill does not change testing requirements but safeguards the confidentiality of sensitive health information.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects defendant privacy in judicial diversion programs, preventing misuse of test results and supporting rehabilitation efforts per bill's confidentiality mandate.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects sensitive health data privacy by prohibiting unauthorized sharing of urine test results in judicial programs, aligning with data privacy indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Courts Drug Policy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6562: Requires third-party accommodation reservation services identify themselves as such to users and not charge certain fees

This bill requires third-party online platforms (like booking websites) to clearly identify themselves as intermediaries - not the hotel - before users complete a reservation. It prohibits these services from charging users' credit cards until after they confirm the booking and limits cancellation fees to no more than 10% of the first night's cost for cancellations within 48 hours of check-in (with no fee for cancellations made earlier). The law directly affects platforms that book hotel stays but aren't the hotels themselves, aiming to prevent hidden fees and confusion. Violations could result in daily civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates online booking platforms for consumer transparency and fee limits, aligning with tech consumer protection standards85% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3946: Requires age verification for internet pornography websites

Requires age verification for internet pornography websites; imposes a $50,000 penalty per day for violations; provides exemptions for news organizations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires age verification for porn sites to protect minors, aligning with consumer protection regulation of tech companies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1883: Directs the department of taxation and finance to create and implement an online program which will enable New York state taxpayers to electronically file income tax returns free of charge

Directs the department of taxation and finance to create and implement an online program which will enable each New York state taxpayer to prepare and electronically file such taxpayer's federal and state income tax returns free of charge.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates free online tax filing, reducing taxpayer costs and promoting efficient tax administration, aligning with fiscal responsibility in tax processes.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates free online tax filing, advancing digital access and equity for taxpayers through mandatory state-provided digital service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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